SODIUM MOLYBDATE
Product information
CAS No.
10102-40-6
EC No.
231-551-7
Summary formula
Na₂MoO₄.
ADR
NO
Physical form
White, hygroscopic powder or crystals, well soluble in water.
Application
- Dye production: Sodium molybdate is used in the synthesis of dyes, especially orange dyes such as molybdenum orange.
- Corrosion inhibitor: Used in automotive and other industries as a coolant additive to protect metal components from corrosion
- Soil Additive: In agriculture, it is used as a fertilizer to provide molybdenum, necessary for proper plant growth, especially in soils with higher pH.